RV Across America

22/06/2024

Buying a new RV Camper? You should NOT need a punch list.

After you take possession, think making a "punch list" with a dozen or more things to fix is NORMAL and to be EXPECTED? There ARE alternatives!

We should NOT expect to have to create punch lists when buying a new RV. I share an egregious case where a gentleman bought a premium brand camper and it may end up costing him his life. The "rest of the story" here...

Buying a new RV camper? A punch list should NOT be necessary! One buyer had so many issues, it may cost him his life! Join me for the "rest of the story"...

17/06/2024

A snowy morning in Anaconda - June 17??!!

13/06/2024

RV Life in a remote, largely unpopulated region that also has hot springs, great pizza, bakery fresh cookies, and does a good breakfast...

Enjoy the video as you take a drive with me through this region in late Spring!

RV Life in a remote, largely unpopulated region that also has hot springs, great pizza, bakery fresh cookies, and does a good breakfast...

31/05/2024

I felt as if I was entering the Twilight Zone when I exited the interstate for Basin, Montana.

First, the "Merry Widow" RV park (and health mine?!) and then a bit later the Silver Saddle Cafe (and Saloon) - Basin Montana is a VERY interesting place to visit (and stay?)

Learn about this journey here...

RV Travel into the twilight zone - Basin Montana home to a "dead end" main street, Silver Saddle Saloon, and Merry Widow health mine. American color!

25/05/2024

Digging this Memorial Day weekend listening to Dan Ingram, Cousin Brucie and more on 77-WABC "rewound" (tunein radio app - rewound radio)

24/05/2024

The RV industry may have a blockbuster problem on its hands.

A number of RV Camper owners are (loudly) reporting "frame flex" (frame failure) in their campers. I've prepared a report and analysis (and my unique take) on this developing situation...

RV frame flex (frame failure) is a significant issue affecting SOME RV's. We ask relevant questions and provide answers to what we know at this stage in this evolving story.

19/05/2024

May 19 snow (today)... its getting OLD! Such is RV Life in the Northern Rockies! My latest post...

Late season snow in the Northern Rockies - such is RV Life in this region!

09/05/2024

Let's talk about RV tire safety - MANY trailer tires are UNSAFE at ANY speed...

Some RV travelers are downright DANGEROUS! A few days ago I was traveling along Interstate 90 near Butte, Mt. I observed a half-ton towable KZ 5th wheel traveling in excess of 80 mph!

Let's talk RV Tires - MANY are UNSAFE at any speed. Even if they're brand new. Here's my story - what I observed the other day on I-90 AND my personal experience years ago that proved to be a BIG wakeup call.

Safe RV travel is something we ALL want. What I observed the other day was UNSAFE and if you own a trailer, YOU need to know about it - RV tire safety and tips...

02/05/2024

SNOW on May 1st in SW Montana...

As I share this its May 2nd, I'm in Wisdom Montana, its 11am and its 35F outside! When will SPRING arrive?!

The mountains are all still WELL snow-capped and as you'll see in my latest post, it SNOWED in the valleys yesterday!

Enjoy the photos and video,

Snow on May 1st - in the valleys! Enjoy my video "into the snow" and thoughts within...

30/04/2024

RV Travel: Exploring what ONCE WAS the Most Affluent Community between Chicago and San Francisco

Living History - Historic Uptown - and... the nations largest Superfund site! ...

RV Travel and Exploring Living HIstory in Butte Montana. The Most affluent community between Chicago and San Francisco (at one time)...

17/04/2024

A catastrophic RV Buying Mistake...

Some RV's are just meant to be "admired" on the dealers lot and should never be purchased. THIS was one of those stories. (And how to avoid the mistakes this family made.)

A catastrophic RV buying mistake. What these buyers did wrong and the mis-steps to avoid...

10/04/2024

Smart RV Buyers vs. Dumb RV Buyers: How to be a SMART RV Buyer...

Recently I was working on buying a camper for a client when I encountered a dumb buyer - and it cost me the deal! Here's what happened and what I want to share with you to ensure YOU are a smart buyer...

Smart RV Camper Buyers vs. Dumb RV buyers... which are you? What do you need to know to be a SMART RV Buyer?

24/03/2024

Early Spring RV Sales UPDATE - Thinking of buying or selling an RV Camper? Things have taken an unexpected turn... at least for a time. Read on for details...

RV Buyers Update - how is this years RV buying season unfolding, and will it continue as it has for the past 4 weeks? An indepth look with insights...

24/02/2024

Spring is nearly here and RV buyers are looking for campers - or are they? Here's my Spring 2024 RV Sales Outlook (and some inspiring photos of Disco ski area's "back-side")

Thinking of purchasing an RV Camper this spring? Will it be a buyers market? Tips for getting the best deals on purchasing an RV Camper this spring...

13/02/2024

Winter RV Life...

My "commute" to Discovery Ski Area, FRESH SNOW, and a peak winter experience...

Fresh snow on a Saturday morning at Discovery Ski Area. It made ALL the difference! A great Discovery Ski Area experience...

06/02/2024

Winter RV Life - Skiing at "Disco" and winter recreation in SW Montana, Life / Lodging in Anaconda and much more...

Winter RV Life - skiing at Discovery Ski Area and other winter activities near Anaconda, Montana...

18/01/2024

Preparing your RV Camper for Winter in EXTREME cold - and - Life HERE is VERY Interesting...

Winter RV Camper Preparation - How to have a safe and successful experience. Tips and tricks for winter rv camping...

08/01/2024

"RV Show Season" is here. I have tips to consider BEFORE going to an RV Show.

Be aware of the games played by dealers and manufacturers before you're in the snake den...

RV Show Tips: As we approach "rv show season", what you NEED TO KNOW before you walk into this "shark infested" environment...

18/12/2023

RV Life and Ghost Towns - A visit to one of the BEST preserved ghost towns I've ever experienced. AND... the town has a compelling story to share - Bannack, Montana

Join me in a journey through time...

Bannack - a Ghost Town with 2 RV parks adjacent to it. Walk the streets of this incredibly well preserved town in the evening and imagine life as it was 150+ years ago...

17/11/2023

Winter RV Travel Tips: Crossing Lost Trail Pass on SNOW AND ICE in October!!

Recently I encountered VERY unusual road conditions after a MASSIVE snowstorm (for October) and a subsequent ARCTIC AIR outbreak while having my 35ft 5th wheel in tow.

I delayed my exit from Salmon Idaho for 24 hours to avoid the worst of it, but time came to "hit the road" for Wisdom, Montana. This video and its associated post detail my drive - a drive in part involved towing over snow and ice covered roads after a FLASH FREEZE.

In 12+ years of RV life and RV travel, I've managed to avoid the kind of conditions I encountered on October 27 (not even anywhere near winter yet!!) on this most SPECTACULAR drive over Lost Trail Pass, join me...

Pulling a RV trailer can be a challenge for many.. Add snow and ice on the roadway to the mix. Winter RV travel tips, crossing Lost Trail Pass.

12/11/2023

The latest JD Power (formerly NADA) used RV camper book values were released on November 1st. They tell a compelling story. Some campers dropped up to 8% in this ONE adjustment (done 6 times each year.)

Here's the rest of the story and my analysis of what this data is telling us...

The latest used RV values were released. What does the drop in values mean? How should you best proceed if you're SELLING or BUYING a RV Camper?

08/11/2023

Thinking of buying a camper? Learn from these buyers COSTLY mistakes made when purchasing their dream RV...

A very instructive story from one couple's RV buying experience.

We can learn alot from their story. I welcome feedback from my analysis of their decisions...

Tips on mistakes to AVOID when buying an RV camper - one couples unfortunate story AND what we can learn from it...

08/11/2023

Autumn is well underway - and its getting colder. Got an RV Camper? Need a skirt?

This is the route I went 6 years back and my custom skirt continues to perform well when needed - each and every winter.

Here's my story and who I went to for a superior job...

After 12+ years "on the road", you'd think I'd have this "winter camping thing" with RV Skirting down, right? Note: I originally posted this in Nov. 2017,

03/11/2023

Exploring a new region

Well, new to me! Salmon, Idaho. A remote lake to kayak in (and a white-knuckle drive to it - see the video), BLM developed and managed hot springs (rare), and good (great) eats!

ALSO - my first stay at an Elks RV campsite... how it worked out

AND - trapped in Salmon by a SNOWSTORM in October, here's the full story...

Salmon Idaho in Late October - kayaking, soaking in hot springs, and lots of great coffee... aaah, RV LIFE!

29/10/2023

-5 this morning in Wisdom, Mt. as I continue my travels!

Just spent a few days in Starvation State Park (real name!!) BEFORE the arctic outbreak (The WARMEST it got was 19 yesterday in Wisdom!!) - here's my latest post about Starvation with some cool video...

RV Life and RV Camping off-season in Starvation State Park. A remote, serene, and relaxing experience (with time to kayak!)...

24/10/2023

Thinking of purchasing a RV Camper (trailer or motorhome)? SOME of the newer models are NOT "boondocking friendly"

Here's an IMPORTANT tip: Have you considered HOW you plan to camp - and whether the camper you're about to purchase is "boondocking friendly" (able to dry camp readily.)

Some of the new/newer campers are NOT boondocking friendly - even once they're equipped with solar panels and even a generator. Find out why...

Finding a boondocking friendly RV and what makes RV's difficult to boondock with? Key points and tips...

17/10/2023

The Red Cloud Loop - a rugged, somewhat treacherous high altitude mini-journey into the Uinta Mountains located just minutes outside of Vernal, Utah. And I caught it during an early snow that even started to accumulate!

Enjoy the we**am footage (and some RV'ing tips for the region)...

The Red Cloud Loop - Get a real feel for the Uinta Mountains just north of Vernal Utah. Rough, rugged, but accessible...

13/10/2023

Autumn RV travels - remote, wild, and some big updates...

Hey there! It's been over a month since we last "talked." I explain my absence in the video in my latest post here -
https://rvacrossamerica.net/saratoga23/

My post details my recent travels, a RE-visit to Saratoga, travels across the Snowy Range, and travel along Wyoming-70, a "part time" highway that crosses some VERY remote terrain (I have several minutes of we**am footage sharing this part of our nation.)

Unwind in Saratoga Wyoming - affordable RV sites, hot springs, great kayaking, high alpine environment and more...

06/09/2023

Boondocking 101: Taking a Closer Look at HOW I designed my off-grid RV camping experience...

A few readers recently asked me to take a closer look at HOW I designed and set up my dry camping (boondocking) experience. You're going to hear some posts from me emphasizing RV'ing and INDEPENDENCE soon. The ability to go off-grid is (I believe) important - especially in these times.

Towards that end, my latest post looks at the way everything connects in order to do the job I needed done for the 3 weeks (and it could have been much longer) I just spent boondocking about 10 miles into the "middle of nowhere"

How to RV dry camp (boondock) and have a great experience ON A BUDGET...

30/08/2023

Extended Boondocking - What can you really expect from your solar panels and the overall experience?

I'm still at Soda Lake outside of Pinedale Wyoming. I'm nearly into my 3rd week of boondocking - living off solar panels for power and little else. I've made a few key discoveries, especially when it comes to inverters.

Join me here to experience my stay (which included a severe thunderstorm with a developing funnel cloud - photos in my post) as I put boondocking life to the test (just incase?)

Boondocking for weeks and living off the power supplied almost exclusively by solar panels. Discoveries, tips and insights...